Century High vs South Carroll High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Century High
Sykesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,101 students
South Carroll High
Sykesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
933 students
| Measure | Century High Sykesville, Maryland | South Carroll High Sykesville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #12 of 197 | #19 of 197 |
| National rank | #1104 of 16,910 | #1338 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,101 | 933 |
| Enrollment | 1,101 | 933 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 20.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 73% |
| city | Sykesville | Sykesville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Century High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 79.6).
- •Century High does better on math proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •Century High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 84%).
- •Century High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 20.8%).
- •South Carroll High does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.7).
- •Century High is the larger school with 1,101 students compared with 933.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Century High better than South Carroll High?
On the Success Index (US), Century High ranks higher (81.1 vs 79.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Century High and South Carroll High?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Sykesville and Sykesville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Century High: 1,101. South Carroll High: 933. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Century High and South Carroll High rank in Maryland?
Century High is 12th of 197 and South Carroll High is 19th of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).